The Beginning

Cancer is smart, but I am smarter. Cancer is tricky, but I’m the best trickster in the family. My name is Tara Hill, I have Ewing’s Sarcoma, and this is my journey to reversing my cancer through faith and the power of natural treatments.

     I was first diagnosed with Ewing’s Sarcoma, a bone and soft tissue cancer, on March 24th, 2014. I had surgery to remove the tumor, and spent around 18 months changing my diet (and thinking this was the only action I needed to take to keep my cancer from coming back). I knew for sure that I could not poison myself with the harsh drugs and devastating side effects from chemotherapy and radiation. I believed I could cure myself without the help of doctors. But unfortunately, my cancer has returned.

     I have to explain that my tumor has grown quite large. It measures 21 cm by 15 cm, located in and around my right breast and chest wall. That’s roughly 8 ½ inches by 6 inches! It is deforming and I am forced to wear scarves and other bulky coverings in order to hide it. I know you’re thinking “Why did you let it get that large?!” Well, as the tumor was growing, my parents and I were trying to figure out how to go about finding a team of natural doctors to help me. We did see the surgeons at University of Chicago and they would like to remove my breast, part of my chest wall and part of my lung, along with high doses of chemotherapy and radiation. Without these treatments, they say I will surely die. This scares me, but I am young and willing to fight for my life. Therefore, I would like to try every option available before I go this route.

     Now, I am a sophomore honors student attending Saint Xavier University here in Chicago. My education has always been extremely important to me, so I have tried to keep up with my hectic, college schedule. Regrettably, I’ve had to give up my part-time job and my volunteer position at the children’s hospital in order to focus on my health. This fall semester I have been able to maintain my grades, thankfully, but it is becoming increasingly harder to do so.

     I have been battling this cancer for almost two years now and it is becoming more aggressive. The first round of my cancer wiped out my family financially. My first surgeon misdiagnosed me and prepared me for surgery without any proper testing beforehand. I was forced into having a Blue Cross plan by Obamacare that didn’t cover any of my expenses. We've taken out loans, emptied 401k and any retirement and savings. My parents are working around the clock multiple jobs and still aren't even close to what my treatments will cost.

     I have chosen to heal my body with natural treatments and I am now working closely with an amazing team of doctors to cure this cancer the right way. I have completed many tests which included finding out exactly which toxins I am being exposed to that are contributing to my cancer, which important supplements I am deficient in, which foods I am sensitive to, and so much more. I have begun IV treatments of vitamin C and UV blood cleaning, done multiple infrared saunas, etc. but I am in need of so much more. I have discovered food sensitivities I didn't know I had. I have discovered a yeast overgrowth leading to autoimmune disorders. I am learning I have T3 hormonal deficiencies and my liver is not functioning like it should. This makes it very difficult to detox toxins out of my body; something the medical doctors I have had didn't even address. That being said, with this blog, I am hoping to go into more detail with my progress so I can give consistent updates for all who care.

     Also, I must address my financial issues. I know I have the right doctors to target specifically what my body needs to heal itself, but in order for that healing to happen, I need to provide thousands of dollars for these treatments, supplements, tests, etc. Without getting the treatment I need, I am only fighting a losing battle. I need as much help as I can get and I realize that money is tight for everyone, but I am asking you to help save my life. One of my goals is to raise enough money to send me out of this country to receive natural treatments that they simply do not provide here. The medical system here has failed me and they do not give much hope considering the size of the tumor I am having to deal with. I have been in and out of pain but I am not giving up! Please, if you have it in your heart, I need help from anyone who can. A small donation would be so helpful. Even one dollar from every person would add up. To donate, please go to the link https://www.youcaring.com/tarahill-797779. I cannot thank you enough! I am beyond grateful.

     I’ll be posting as much as I can about my treatments, my meals, my daily activities, and more. My mom and dad will also be posting updates on their pages and on the family blog. So please check back often. I am hoping that by sharing my story with the world, I will be able to teach others about cancer and that there are other options of treatment besides cutting, burning, and poisoning. I want to heal myself first, so those with cancer can see that they can do it too. Feel free to message me on Facebook, tweet me at onetarahill, or email me at tarahill162@yahoo.com if you have any questions or just feel like making conversation. Remember, cancer is smart, but I’m smarter. Cancer is tricky, but I’m the biggest trickster in the family. I’m Tara Hill, and this is my journey to reversing my cancer.